Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
56.7 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beavercreek, OH
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Union City, OH
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If you are planning a trip from Beavercreek to Union City, you are looking at a straightforward 56.7-mile journey through the Ohio heartland. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 18 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of roughly $8, it is a very affordable excursion within the Midwest region. The route relies on a mix of roads, including SR 49, Union Street, and Salem Avenue, to get you from point A to point B. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you to your destination efficiently without the need for extensive travel logistics.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| SR 49 | 22.6 mi | 26m |
| Union Street | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| Salem Avenue | 11.3 mi | 16m |
| US 35 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| North Fairfield Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Jefferson Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Monument Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Broadway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Beavercreek, OH and Union City, OH.
Start on North Fairfield Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 35
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn slight right onto South Jefferson Street
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48
Turn left onto West Riverview Avenue
Turn right onto Salem Avenue
Take the exit onto SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 121
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 121
Continue on SR 49; SR 118; SR 502; SR 571
Enter roundabout onto South Broadway
Continue on South Broadway
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 571
Turn right onto SR 49; SR 571
Turn left onto SR 49; SR 571
Turn right onto South State Line Street
Turn right onto SR 47
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Beavercreek, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 7.7 and 21.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward SR 48: Main Street, Jefferson Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward Jefferson Street, Day Air Ballpark, Patterson boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn left onto SR 48 / East Monument Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$8.80 one way
$17.60 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| premium | $4.91 | $10.96 | $21.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.52 | $25.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Beavercreek on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Union City on Sunday
Local time
10:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Partly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive features a mixed profile that keeps the experience varied rather than monotonous. You will spend about 51% of your time on highways, providing a balance between faster transit and local road driving. The most significant portion of the trip is a 22.6-mile stretch on SR 49, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you transition between the main roads, the character of the drive shifts from more established thoroughfares to the local feel of Union Street and Salem Avenue. You can expect a steady rhythm behind the wheel, as the route requires zero mandatory stops, allowing you to maintain your own pace throughout the entire 56.7-mile distance.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.7 miles you will encounter 18 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.1 miles (SR 48 / East Monument Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
257 ft
Total Descent
173 ft
Highest Point
961 ft
~21.3 mi in
Elevation Range
226 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Beavercreek, OH and Union City, OH, road signs point toward Day Air Ballpark and Greenville.
Day Air Ballpark
Greenville
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 56.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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